Who has authority to restart operations after an interruption due to contact with power lines?

• A. Operator
• B. Lift Director
• C. Site Manager
• D. Safety Officer

Answer: (B)

The key idea is who is in charge of lifting operations and can authorize a restart after a safety interruption. The Lift Director owns that responsibility. After a contact with power lines, the situation is treated as a serious electrical hazard, and only the Lift Director can approve resuming lifts. They must verify that the lines are de-energized or safely guarded, that the work area is properly cleared and secured, and that all members of the lifting team are ready and informed. They coordinate with the operator and rigging crew, confirm the restart plan, and give the go-ahead once every safety check is satisfied. The operator performs the lift but does not have the authority to restart after an interruption; the Site Manager and Safety Officer contribute to overall safety and oversight, but the formal restart decision sits with the Lift Director.